I Got A Woman

The Zoo Crew is spinning the electrifying track "I Got A Woman" by Kenny Wayne Shepherd, from his album Dirt On My Diamonds, Vol. 2, for all the Zoo Freaks tuning in. This song, the lead single released in May 2024, kicks off the album with a punchy, horn-driven rock anthem that showcases Shepherd’s signature gritty guitar riffs. In an interview with Blues Rock Review, Shepherd revealed that "I Got A Woman" is envisioned as an answer song to his earlier track "Woman Like You" from the 2019 album The Traveler. He described it as a celebration of finally winning over an extraordinary woman, with lyrics boasting about her allure and the envy she inspires. The song’s vibrant energy was captured during recording sessions at the legendary FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, a place Shepherd chose to soak up the historic vibes, as noted in press materials from Mascot Label Group. Fans on Facebook have praised its infectious groove, with one post in the Kenny Wayne Shepherd Fans group calling it “a perfect blend of blues swagger and rock fire.”

Another tidbit about "I Got A Woman" comes from Shepherd’s comments on X, where he shared that the track was one of the last recorded at Band House Studios in Los Angeles before the studio’s demolition. This gave the song a raw, urgent feel, amplified by the band’s tight performance and the punchy brass section. The song’s narrative, as Shepherd explained in a RockHard interview, reflects a triumphant love story, with the protagonist proudly proclaiming, “Everywhere we go, everybody wants to know her name.” This resonates with the album’s theme of embracing life’s imperfections, a concept Shepherd tied to rejecting social media’s pressure for perfection in a Americana UK interview. The Zoo Freaks are surely feeling the track’s bold energy, which The Rockpit described as having a “supercharged” quality that sets Dirt On My Diamonds, Vol. 2 apart from its predecessor.

Kenny Wayne Shepherd’s journey to becoming a blues-rock icon began in Shreveport, Louisiana, where he was born on June 12, 1977. According to his bio on his official website, Shepherd was drawn to the guitar at age seven after watching Stevie Ray Vaughan perform. By 13, he was already gigging, and at 15, he formed the Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band. His debut album, Ledbetter Heights, released in 1995, went platinum and spent over a year on the Billboard Blues Charts, cementing his status as a teen prodigy. Shepherd’s blend of traditional blues with modern rock elements, as highlighted in a Bluebird Reviews feature, drew comparisons to legends like B.B. King and Jimi Hendrix. His early exposure to the blues came from his father, a radio personality, which gave him access to a vast record collection and live performances. This foundation fueled his rapid rise, earning him five Grammy nominations and multiple Blues Music Awards.

Shepherd’s career has spanned over three decades, with highlights including his 2007 documentary 10 Days Out: Blues From The Backroads, a Grammy-nominated project celebrating blues legends, and his work with the supergroup The Rides alongside Stephen Stills and Barry Goldberg. His Instagram posts often showcase his love for vintage cars and guitars, reflecting the same passion for authenticity that drives his music. Fans can connect with him on social media via Facebook, Instagram, and X, where he shares tour updates and behind-the-scenes glimpses. For deeper fan engagement, the Kenny Wayne Shepherd Fans Facebook group offers a space for Zoo Freaks and others to discuss his music and share concert experiences. Additionally, fan-run sites like kennywayne.com provide discographies and tour archives, keeping the community vibrant.